Nine hardy folk joined us for the ‘Pies In The Hide’ monthly public walk on Saturday , and despite the wind , drizzle and poor visibility, we saw/heard 32 species between us, the highlight being an American Wigeon. It was only really visible through a ‘scope but everyone managed to have a view. Great to welcome a new member – and old friends of course. We enjoyed the festive occasion , taking shelter in the hide, with tinsel, mince pies and mulled hot fruit juice.

Full list. – Magpie, Carrion Crow, Blackbird,Wren, Woodpigeon, Jackdaw, Coot, Mute Swan, Great Crested Grebe, Cormorant, Mallard, Gadwall, Eurasian Wigeon, American Wigeon, Pochard, Tufted Duck, Moorhen calling in the reedbed, House Sparrow, Long-Tailed Tit, Chaffinch, Great Tit, Herring Gull, Blue Tit, Chettis Warbler, Chiff Chaff, Lesser Black -Backed Gull, Herring Gull, Black Headed Gull, Feral Pigeon, Stonechat, Sparowhawk, Redwing – spotted flying over at the end of the walk.

Many thanks to Dave for leading, to folk who helped us with ID and scope views, and everyone for coming along.